So, you may be wondering why I did not write yesterday.... No, it's not because I forgot or I was to tired to do it. No, yesterday was Sunday, the Sabbath. Now stick with me, I'm learning too. The Lenten season from Ash Wednesday to Holy Thursday is a span of 46 days, but I'm only supposed to follow my fast (what I gave up) for 40 days (on weekdays and Saturdays. In some Eastern Churches, they feast Saturday and Sunday.) Sunday is a Feast Day. Most Christians who celebrate Lent just keep Sunday in their fast, because it is easier and/or they are unaware of this; I, myself did not know about it until yesterday, so no worries.
It is not a sin to "fast" on Sundays nor is it a sin to "feast." It is up to the individual to decide what they think is best for them...
i always forget that sundays can be feast days! i dont think i would want to discontinue my fast weekly though, it would feel like cheating, to me, personally.
ReplyDeleteGood to know. Does this mean I can not floss on Sunday's since that is what I'm "taking up" for Lent? Wahoo!
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